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In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice delves into the groundbreaking work of Chelsea Leyland, the innovative force behind Looni, a menstrual health supplement. Leyland's journey from DJ to advocate and entrepreneur in the health and wellness sphere illustrates the challenges and triumphs faced by women pioneering in sectors often overlooked by mainstream research. Despite the slow pace of medical research in women’s health, Chelsea has introduced Looni to the market, a company dedicated to transforming menstrual health through holistic, scientifically-backed products. Chelsea is at the forefront of change with her documentary "Sisters Interrupted," which focuses on her relationship with her sister, their joint struggle with epilepsy, and how cannabis allowed her to wean off her epilepsy medicine. Key Takeaways   Learn about how endometriosis affects 1 in 10 menstruators, a prevalence rate comparable to diabetes, yet diagnosis takes 10 years on average, driven by inadequate medical education and societal dismissal of symptoms, together with the stark funding disparity—receiving only $1 for every $200 allocated to diabetes research. Explore Looni’s holistic approach to menstrual health, a supplement which uniquely combines adaptogens, vitamins, nootropics, and minerals to enhance hormonal balance, addressing symptoms like low mood and PM discomfort. Chelsea discusses her transformative experience with medical cannabis, which enabled her to stop using traditional anticonvulsant medications. She also describes her efforts to secure this treatment for her sister in the UK, where, despite legal changes in 2018, only four patients have NHS access. Discover how Chelsea leverages community support through Looni’s platforms and her own epilepsy journey, fostering a network where shared experiences and advice enhance understanding and support. Resources Connect with Chelsea: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chelsea-leyland-b1712b30/ Follow Chelsea: https://www.instagram.com/chelsealeyland/ Learn about Chelsea’s Company, Looni: https://looni.co/ Follow Looni: linkin.bio/mylooni Join the Loon Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/EnHBOrkl9CV1A04CMAV6V4 Discount code: LADYLOONI About Our Guest  Chelsea is the co-founder of Looni, a company dedicated to hormonal health and wellness. Her journey has taken her across the globe, speaking about her personal experience with epilepsy and medical cannabis and her commitment to patient access. She has spoken at institutions such as the European Parliament and Cambridge University. More recently Chelsea has spoken openly about navigating endometriosis, pregnancy losses and reproductive health. Previously, she spent over 10 years DJing and curating music for fashion and art clients, including Chanel, Fendi, the Guggenheim Museum, the MoMA as well as opening for Duran Duran and Diplo. About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice speaks with Umindi Francis, Founder & CEO of UFCG. From fashion and beauty to tech and AI, Umindi has redefined what it means to be a successful consultant on a global scale. Despite the challenges and skepticism often faced by women in leadership, Umindi has built a consulting empire that operates across six continents. Umindi shares insights on setting boundaries, hiring talent, and navigating challenges in business. She emphasizes the importance of valuing services correctly, hiring based on skills and cultural fit, and learning from past mistakes. Key Takeaways Learn about UFCG’s impressive projects, including working with Bumble on their go-to-market strategy and crisis management, and partnering with the team that took Tommy Hilfiger from $43 million to $400 million through a tech initiative. Understand the importance of networking in business development, with Umindi sharing how her connections and presence at events have been crucial to her success. Gain insights into strategic pricing and client management, with Umindi emphasizing the importance of knowing and maintaining one’s value. Discover how UFCG fills critical gaps for companies not ready to hire full-time C-suite executives, offering fractional roles such as CMO or operations executives. Hear Umindi’s advice on hiring and team building, advocating for a slow and careful hiring process to ensure the right fit and not being afraid to let go of underperformers. Resources Connect with Umindi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umindi-francis/ Follow Umindi: https://www.instagram.com/umindi360/ Learn about Umindi’s Company, UFCG: www.ufcgworldwide.com Follow UFCG: https://www.instagram.com/ufcgworldwide/ About Our Guest  Umindi Francis is an award-winning executive with 20 years of experience in strategic marketing, communications, and business management. She has managed brands of various sizes in the areas of fashion, luxury, art & design, beauty, hospitality, technology and the lifestyle genres. During her tenure she has held positions at Louis Vuitton of LVMH, and Bottega Veneta of Kering, in Strategic Marketing and Communications covering a range of categories from corporate communications to the promotion of all brand product categories. She has also held the positions of Director and Global Vice President at top international Public Relations firms leading the strategic direction of numerous international brands. Over the years Francis has consulted for brands such as The United States Institute of Peace, The New York Times, Fendi, Celine, Emilio Pucci, Studio189, Gianvito Rossi, MoMA, Centre Pompidou, Robb Report Magazine, Marriott, Interscope Records, Bumble, InfiniteWorld, Silicon Valley Bank, Nike, and Moet Chandon to name a few. She began her career in finance at Wachovia Securities and leverages her global contacts to identify equity partners to accelerate brand growth with the asset management community. About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice sits down with Joey Wolffer, the co-owner and Chief Brand Officer of Wolffer Estate Vineyards. Joey's story is one of defying the odds and pioneering innovation in the wine industry, all while navigating the complexities of a family business. From transforming a small Hamptons vineyard into an internationally recognized brand to creating the iconic "Summer in a Bottle," Joey’s leadership exemplifies creativity, resilience, and authenticity. Her efforts have propelled Wolffer Estate to new heights, making it a beloved name among wine enthusiasts worldwide. Key Takeaways Discover how "Summer in a Bottle," became a game-changer for Wolffer Estate, celebrating its 10th anniversary with a production increase from 1,500 to 100,000 cases. Learn about Joey’s innovative approach, including the introduction of "Spring in a Bottle," a non-alcoholic sparkling wine, showcasing the winery's commitment to diversification and sustainability. Understand the challenges faced as a woman in the male-dominated wine industry and how she leveraged her background in fashion and corporate dynamics to lead Wolffer Estate with confidence and creativity. Explore the significant growth of Wolffer Estate, now producing 300,000 cases and expanding into 31 states and eight countries, with notable support from stores like Whole Foods and Total Wine. Gain insights into Joey’s personal journey, from navigating family business dynamics after her father's tragic death to becoming a key figure in the winery's national and international success. Resources Connect with Joey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-wolffer-336b584/ Follow Joey: https://www.instagram.com/joeywolffer/ Learn more about Joey’s company, Wolffer Estate: https://www.wolffer.com/wine/ Follow Wolffer Wine: https://www.instagram.com/wolfferwine/, https://www.instagram.com/thesummerinabottle/ About Our Guest  Joey Wolffer is a New York Native, entrepreneur and the Chief Brand Officer and Co-Owner of Wolffer Estate vineyard based in the Hamptons. With a mission to carry on the innovative legacy of her father, Joey and her brother Marc took over the winery in early 2013. That same year, they introduced the brand's iconic Summer in a Bottle Rose, which traditionally sells out each summer and is the number one fastest-growing rose in New York City.  In addition to the vineyard, Joey and Marc also took over The Tasting Room, Wine Stand, and Wolffer Estate Stables, which are all located on the 170-acre estate in the heart of the Hamptons. As a champion equestrian, Joey oversees the world-class stable facility, which combines heritage, beauty, and a passion for excellence. Prior to joining the family business, Joey founded the Styleliner Truck, a luxury accessories boutique on wheels, and in 2015 she opened her eponymous boutique in Sag Harbor, NY. Specializing in limited luxe jewelry, clothing, and accessories for women, the concept boutique is a carefully curated treasure trove of extraordinary pieces by hard-to-find designers mixed with worldly vintage finds. Additionally, About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice dives into the innovative world of personal life strategy with Bonnie Wan, author of "The Life Brief" and a Head of Brand Strategy & Partner at Goodby Silverstein and Partners. Wan has pioneered the application of strategic brand planning to personal development, a domain traditionally reserved for corporations. Despite the business world's hesitation to embrace personal strategic planning, Wan has successfully transformed this concept into a structured method that individuals can use to design a life of purpose and clarity. Key Takeaways Discover Bonnie Wan's Life Brief method, a transformative tool for personal development that adapts corporate brand strategy principles.  Learn about the three-step process of the Life Brief method: Get Messy, Get Clear, and Get Active Explore real-life applications of the Life Brief method, including how it helped Bonnie rekindle passion in her marriage and navigate parenting challenges. Understand the unique challenges women face in corporate environments and how Wan’s method encourages them to break free from societal constraints to pursue what they truly want. Hear Bonnie’s insights on overcoming personal setbacks and the importance of building a supportive network that reflects back your true potential, especially when self-doubt creeps in. Resources Connect with Bonnie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonniewan/ Follow Bonnie: https://www.instagram.com/bonniewanofficial/ Learn more about Bonnie’s book, The Life Brief: https://thelifebrief.com/ About Our Guest  Bonnie Wan is an author and speaker, as well as partner and head of brand strategy at the world-renowned advertising agency, Goodby Silverstein & Partners. As creator of The Life Brief, Bonnie helps people live with greater clarity, creativity, and courage by teaching them how to write creative briefs for their lives. The Life Brief has evolved from an agency talk into a workbook, workshops, and speaking appearances at Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop, Jane Goodall’s Activating Hope Summit, the 3% Conference, SXSW, Accenture, Apple, Google, Change.org, and more. About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mentorship is a key factor in personal and professional growth. Finding the right mentor at a young age can make all the difference in navigating the challenges and opportunities that come your way. In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," Jennifer Justice gets into the world of innovative educational entrepreneurship with Audrey Wisch, the founder and CEO of Curious Cardinals. As Audrey disrupted the traditional educational landscape, her journey from a Stanford history major to leading a multi-million dollar venture offers invaluable insights for anyone looking to impact the future of education. Key Takeaways Discover how Audrey Wisch pivoted from being a history major at Stanford to founding Curious Cardinals, a platform that connects K-12 students with over 550 college mentors worldwide, aimed at unlocking student potential through personalized mentorship. Learn about Curious Cardinals’ unique mentorship model, which focuses on long-term relationships that encourage holistic development and personal growth in students. Explore the explosive growth of Curious Cardinals, which impressively raised over $7 million in seed funding led by Anthos Capital and Audacious Ventures, and generated about $750k in revenue in its first year. Hear how Audrey navigated the challenges of venture capital fundraising as a young female founder in a field that’s often dominated by men, and how she uses her platform to promote a more inclusive and personalized approach to education. Gain insight into Audrey’s vision for expanding Curious Cardinals and how this could potentially influence traditional educational systems to embrace more personalized learning experiences. Resources Connect with Audrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-wisch/ Follow Audrey: https://www.instagram.com/audreywisch/ Learn more about Audrey’s company, Curious Cardinals: https://www.curiouscardinals.com/ Follow Audrey’s company, Curious Cardinals: https://www.instagram.com/curiouscardinals/ About Our Guest  Audrey left Stanford to found Curious Cardinals, mobilizing peers to inspire K-12 students to discover their passions. With her vision to unlock students' potential through personalized mentorship, she raised $6.8m in venture funding. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30, Audrey empowers youth and provides college students with meaningful work. Founder & CEO Audrey left Stanford to found Curious Cardinals, mobilizing peers to inspire K-12 students to discover their passions. With her vision to unlock students' potential through personalized mentorship, she raised $6.8m in venture funding. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and having spoken on CNN, the Today Show, and to students worldwide, Audrey aims to unlock student potential through the power of mentorship. About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As more women take control of their financial futures, understanding the nuances of investing becomes crucial. In this episode of "Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®," host Jennifer Justice speaks with Kimmy Scotti, Founder and Managing Partner at Neon, about the dynamic and often challenging landscape of venture capital, especially for women in sectors like healthcare and consumer goods. Despite the complexities of a market where women founders are often underfunded, Kimmy has carved a niche in venture capital that emphasizes patient-centered investments and bridging the gender gap in financial literacy. Through Neon and initiatives like Neon Pink, Kimmy is actively working towards empowering women to take control of their financial futures. Key Takeaways Kimmy Scotti launched a successful jewelry business at age 15, establishing her status as an #Unemployable. Hear how Neon, a venture fund, focuses on the critical overlap between healthcare and consumer sectors.  Discover Neon Pink, an initiative that aims to create a supportive community exclusively for female investors where women can learn, invest, and grow together without the conventional barriers they often face in the financial world. Learn how to decide where to invest your money by choosing companies whose mission or products align with your values and resonate with you. Gain insight into the obstacles faced in a male-dominated industry and how Kimmy uses her platform to support and fund female entrepreneurs. Resources Connect with Kimmy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimmyscotti/ Follow Kimmy: https://www.instagram.com/kimmyscotti/ About Our Guest  Kimmy Scotti is co-founder and CEO of skincare company Fig.1, and the Founder and Managing Partner of Neon, an early-stage venture capital firm established in 2023. As an investor and serial entrepreneur Kimmy’s endeavors are multifaceted.  Prior to Neon, Kimmy was building and investing as a founding partner at 8VC, a prominent technology and life sciences investment firm where she invested in category defining companies including Blink Health, Maven, Oula, Hill House Home, and Seed. Kimmy remains an advisor to 8VC.  As a lifelong skincare enthusiast with a deep obsession for the beauty market, Kimmy partnered with a board-certified Harvard dermatologist to co-found Fig.1 in 2021. Fig.1 is a science-backed, sustainably-driven skincare line that has grown its footprint from direct-to-consumer to over 3,000 retail, spa and dermatologist locations, along with category expansion into performance body care in 2023. In addition to her current work with Neon and Fig.1, Kimmy currently serves on the Board of Directors for JewBelong, the Board of Directors for Breakout Foundation, and on the Senior Advisory Committee to Cornell Tech at Cornell University. She is an active supporter of various charitable initiatives including women’s reproductive rights, maternal health, and antisemitism.  Kimmy lives in New York City with her husband and twin boys. About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jennifer Justice shines a light on the transformative efforts in women's health led by Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim, the CEO of Celmatix. Dr. Beim's work exemplifies the uphill battle female founders often endure in the healthcare sector, a field historically sluggish to innovate expressly for women's needs. Despite pervasive sexism within the venture capital landscape, where a meager 2% of funds are allocated to female-led startups, Dr. Beim has secured over $150MM in funding. Celmatix stands out for its dedication to developing medications targeted at conditions uniquely affecting women, a neglected area in pharmaceutical research for almost a century. This pioneering work is not just advancing health solutions but is also making a substantial impact on society at large. Key Takeaways Learn about Celmatix's oral FSH program, a potential game changer in fertility treatment, shifting from invasive injections to a simple daily pill. Discover what Celmatix is doing to revolutionize fertility treatments and extend ovarian function to make menopause a choice rather than an inevitability. Understand the burdens of current infertility treatments on women and how Celmatix is developing less invasive options, like an oral fertility drug. Uncover the broader implications of women's health on society and the economy and the importance of addressing these issues for global progress. Hear Dr. Beim’s personal experiences with sexism and the substantial barriers she faced in a male-dominated VC world despite successfully raising over $150MM. Resources Connect with Dr. Beim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pirayebeim/ Follow Dr. Beim: https://www.instagram.com/boss_ovary/, https://twitter.com/pirayebeim Learn about Celmatix: https://www.celmatix.com/ Follow Celmatix:  https://www.instagram.com/celmatix/, https://twitter.com/celmatix  About Our Guest  Dr. Piraye Yurttas Beim, PhD, is the founder and CEO of Celmatix, a biotech transforming women’s lives through better medications. Dr. Beim is recognized for pioneering the emerging field of "ovarian health," a term she coined in 2020 to underscore that the ovary is not just an egg factory, but a vital female organ. For over 20 years, she has been leading the innovation of cutting-edge health solutions that are purpose built for women's bodies. Her life’s work and mission will culminate in a future in which the timing of menopause is a choice that every woman gets to make for herself. Dr. Beim completed her PhD work at Cornell (Weill)/Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in NYC and her postdoctoral research at the University of Cambridge, first focusing on women’s health oncology and then shifting to women’s reproductive health. When she moved into reproductive health, she was inspired by the precision medicine revolution in oncology and was early in seeing how the same playbook of genomics guided discovery and medicine could be a gamechanger for women outside of cancer. Given funding disparities in women’s health research, she transitioned to entrepreneurship and founded Celmatix in 2009, where her research teams have pioneered breakthroughs in decoding the genomic drivers of ovarian function and health through a multi-omic data initiative that has yielded unprecedented insight into the key molecular drivers of ovarian function and reproductive health conditions. Under her leadership, Celmatix is progressing 5 innovative drug programs, including an AMH agonist program aimed at optimizing and extending ovarian function and an oral fertility drug program to eliminate needles from IVF and egg freezing. She is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network, was named to Crain’s 40 Under 40 and its Notable Women in Tech, twice to Goldman Sachs's Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs list, Top 15 founders disrupting their industries by Fortune, and Rock Health's Disruptive Founder of the Year. Celmatix was named one of the most innovative companies in the world by Fast Company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The morning-after pill is not accessible to over 23 million women in the US, and given the threat to women’s rights, it needs to be in every 7-Eleven, airport, and everywhere else one can buy condoms. In this episode of Takin’ Care Of Lady Business®, host Jennifer Justice welcomed Samantha Miller, the co-founder and CEO of Cadence OTC, to discuss the company's transparent and affordable solution to increasing over-the-counter access to reproductive healthcare, including the birth control pill, the morning after pill, pregnancy tests and UTI test kits - access so easy you can buy at 7-Eleven 24 hours a day. Key Takeaways Discover how Cadence OTC brings affordable reproductive health products over the counter amid regulatory and political challenges. Learn why emergency contraceptive access is crucial, especially in restrictive states and rural areas where 23 million women do not currently have access, and learn the difference between the morning-after pill and the abortion pill - they are not the same. Samantha discusses how their partnership with little drug stores is allowing access to much more affordable reproductive healthcare in emergency contraceptive deserts. Delve into Cadence OTC’s rigorous FDA approval process, immune to influence from money, brand, or politics. Understand why insurance coverage for over-the-counter contraceptives is essential, preventing unintended pregnancies and offering economic benefits. Resources Connect with Samantha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-miller-%F0%9F%8C%B1-3205415/ Learn about Samantha company, Cadence OTC: https://cadenceotc.com/  Follow Samantha company, Cadence OTC:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/cadencehealth/ https://www.instagram.com/cadence_otc/ About Our Guest  Samantha has over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical & consumer healthcare industry. She started her career as a scientist, and then found her passion for the business side as well and became an entrepreneurial leader, helping to build several new companies. Samantha is currently co-founder and CEO of an OTC reproductive health company, Cadence OTC, where they are leading the first-in-class Rx to OTC switch to move the birth control pill over-the-counter and bringing emergency contraceptives to convenience stores in healthcare deserts.  About the Show  Takin’ Care Of Lady Business® is hosted by Jennifer Justice aka JJ, founder and CEO of The Justice Dept. JJ interviews achievers, entrepreneurs and high level executives, discussing the how to of building business as well as the challenges while competing and thriving in both business and in life. These highly successful women will share secrets, strategies and insights about what it takes to play to win. If you love what you are getting out of our show please subscribe. About Our Company, The Justice Dept. A female focused advisory, consulting and law firm advocating for female founders, talent, execs, and brands. We represent bo$$ ladies to make them 💰💰. Website:  https://www.thejusticedept.com/ Be the Bo$$ of Your Career: https://www.thejusticedept.com/online-course YouTube: www.youtube.com/@jenniferjustice6653 Quotes: "People need to understand that the morning-after pill is a really, it's a rather benign medication. It's just made up of progesterone, and it's the form of progesterone that's in the regular birth control pill. It's the safest form of progesterone called levonorgestrel. And that's all it is. It's just levonorgestrel, which is one of the hormones in the regular birth control pill. It's at a higher dose, so it's very safe, and it's not going to impact your ability to get pregnant later. It's not going to interfere with your regular birth control if you have one. The abortion pill is something unique and interesting." - Samatha Miller Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, host Jennifer Justice sits down with Mindy Grossman, a trailblazing leader who not only rebranded WW International but also successfully took HSNi public as one of the few women CEOs of a publicly traded company. Mindy, currently a partner at Consello, will share insights from her non-linear career path that melds culture, creativity, and sharp business acumen. Today, she shares her journey filled with meaningful pivots, her approach to integrating personal values with her professional path, and her experiences working with visionary leaders and on founder-led boards.   Here’s what to expect on this week’s show: Learn how being proactive, networking, and choosing challenges wisely can expand your professional horizons. Hear how Mindy believes that success stems from aligning one's personal convictions with their career, advocating for roles that not only meet professional aims but also fulfill personal goals. Explore the significance of working alongside visionary founders and the advantages of engaging with founder-led boards, which can spur innovation and strategic foresight. Engage in the conversation about increasing female representation in the boardroom through strategic mentorship and robust support systems.   Quotes: "I think it's important to decide what you want to say no to before you even decide what you say yes to." - Mindy Grossman   "We have to create allyship with one another to support one another, but we absolutely have to create allyship with men and be that voice that gets an understanding of why there needs to be more diversity in the boardroom." - Mindy Grossman   "You have to have a vision. You have to have the strategy aligned against that vision. You have to have the support of your board. You have to have a culture and an organization that is also aligned and in support of that vision, you have to have investment dollars, and you have to be resilient because it's not going to be a linear journey." - Mindy Grossman   About the Guest:   Mindy Grossman is a Partner at Consello. She is a high-energy, disruptive leader with extensive experience in building and transforming consumer brands.   Prior to Consello, Mindy served as the President and CEO of WW International, and as a member of the board of directors through March 2022. She joined the company in July 2017 where she led the organization’srebrand from Weight Watchers to WW to reflect their new purpose -“To inspire healthy habits for real life. For people, families, communities, the world -for everyone,” to be the brand to democratize wellness for all. She also oversaw the digital transformation of WW; launched three breakthrough food program innovations; led the formation of WWGOOD and the Healthy Living Coalition; as well as the WW Presents “Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus” national tour.   Prior to WW, Mindy served as the CEO and a member of the board of directors at HSNi where she oversaw a $4 billion direct to consumer retail portfolio. She positioned HSNi as a leader in boundaryless retail, integrating entertainment, content, commerce and community and offering customers a seamless shopping experience across multiple channels. Prior to that, Mindy served as CEO of IAC Retail, the former parent company of HSNi. She successfully took IAC Retail public in 2008 and subsequently became CEO of HSNi until 2017.   Before joining IAC, Mindy served as a Global Vice President at Nike, Inc., where she oversaw its $4 billion global apparel business and served as co-chair of Nike’s Women's Leadership Council. Earlier in her career, Mindy served as President and CEO of Polo Jeans Company, Vice President of New Business Development at Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation, President of Chaps Ralph Lauren and Senior Vice President of Menswear for Warnaco, Inc. She also held senior positions at Tommy Hilfiger and Oxford Industries.   Guest Resources: https://consello.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, hosted by Jennifer Justice, financial empowerment for women took center stage. Guest Tori Dunlap, a financial expert and founder of Her First $100K, shared her mission to help women achieve financial equality and freedom. Dunlap's dedication to providing resources on saving, investing, salary negotiation, and entrepreneurship through her platforms, Treasury and Financial Feminism, underscores the importance of addressing wealth disparities and systemic oppression women face in the financial realm.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Learn strategies for negotiating higher pay, making smart investments, and launching successful side hustles. Dive into the art of setting and achieving ambitious financial goals. Discover how taking control, making informed decisions, and setting achievable goals can lead to long-term financial success. Unlock actionable advice on building a robust financial foundation. Learn why financial empowerment is more than just earning money. Explore the essentials of investing with and demystify investment strategies. Quotes: "I don't think we have any sort of equality for any marginalized group until we have financial equality." - Tori Dunlap "The worst myth is that we can't do it ourselves, and we should hire a professional. And guess who that professional is again? A finance bro, Chad, who's really, actually terrible at his job." - Tori Dunlap "We change women's lives every day. I am extremely credible and have the clout to prove that what we have to say is impactful." - Tori Dunlap About the Guest: Tori Dunlap is an internationally-recognized money and career expert, bestselling author, and podcast host. After saving $100,000 at age 25, Tori quit her corporate job in marketing and founded Her First $100K to fight financial inequality by giving women actionable resources to better their money. She has helped over four million women negotiate salary, pay off debt, build savings, and invest. Author of the instant New York Times bestselling book “Financial Feminist”; host of the #1 Business Podcast, Financial Feminist; a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree; and co-creator of Treasury, an investing education platform that has over $60M invested (featured on New York Times Business front page), Tori's work has been featured on Good Morning America, the Today Show, the New York Times, CNN, BBC and more.  Tori now travels the world writing and speaking about personal finance, online businesses, and confidence for women. Guest Resources: Press Book Website Podcast Instagram TikTok Twitter Facebook Treasury: One-Of-A-Kind Investing Education Platform Facebook Group Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear and apparel, Rebecca Minkoff’s modern bohemian designs are inspired by strong, confident and powerful women who are drawn towards a west-meets-east mentality. Rebecca Minkoff is a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry and accessories products. In September of 2018, she established the Female Founder Collective, a network of businesses led by women who invest in women’s financial power across a socio-economic spectrum by enabling and empowering female-owned businesses. She introduced the RM Superwomen Podcast in 2017 after hosting sold-out table talks out of her NYC flagship SoHo boutique. Each week, designer, female founder, and social activist Rebecca Minkoff talks to women from all walks of life, from CEOs to artists, and shows us what life is like without the pretty filters in order to help you navigate what it means to be vulnerable, how loss can make you stronger, and other ways to make your inner superwoman shine. In an intimate, share-all interview, Rebecca uncovers the many sides of powerful women and learn how they are raising up those around them to make the world a kinder, more inclusive place. In 2021, Rebecca Minkoff became a best-selling published author and simultaneously entered the world of Web3 as the first American Female Fashion Designer to unveil a collection of branded NFTs timed to NYFW, which sold out in under 8 minutes. In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice interviews Rebecca Minkoff, a celebrated designer, founder, and CEO, known for her significant contributions to the fashion industry and her advocacy for women in business. Minkoff's perspective on women's empowerment and advocacy in business is deeply rooted in her own experiences and observations. She recognizes the need for a supportive community for female founders and entrepreneurs, having felt the lack of it herself. Minkoff believes in the power of education and has acted by creating platforms such as the "Female Founders Collective," which provides mentorship, retreats, and educational programs to empower women and provide them with the resources they need to succeed. She also emphasizes the importance of women supporting each other financially, advocating for fair compensation for their expertise and experiences.     Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Discover initiatives that empower women in business, address gender disparities, and provide valuable resources. Learn about women's challenges when valuing their expertise and discover solutions for empowerment. Discover how women can champion each other by recognizing the value of their expertise and experience. Explore the real-world impact of initiatives supporting women in business and how they've helped female entrepreneurs secure funding. Quotes: "If I'm going to work this hard, it's going to be for me." - Rebecca Minkoff "The conversation is changing. Instead of saying, "oh, it's cool, that's never happened to me as a woman.” Instead, it's like, ‘Oh, no, this happens to me all day long, and the people who hear my voice and see me and understand me are actually other women in the room in business." - Jennifer Justice "We feel like too often women are just like, can I pick your brain? Can we have coffee? And you worked so hard to get to where you're at, you should charge for that, and that's okay." - Rebecca Minkoff   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luisa “Yola” Jimenez Yola Jimenez, a native of Oaxaca and Mexico City, returned to her heritage by adopting her late grandfather's mezcal farm after international studies in Philosophy and women's studies. An innovator in the mezcal industry, Yola modernized the smoky counterpart to tequila, noting a demographic shift towards women in rural Oaxaca as men sought urban opportunities. Her strategy prioritized female economic autonomy across borders.   In 2016, she launched Yola Mezcal, preserving her grandfather's recipe. The brand stands out for its traditional crafting, female-driven leadership, unique design, and commitment to issues like equality, immigration rights, and LGBTQ support. Globally acclaimed, Yola Mezcal has clinched numerous awards. Yola has been featured in top publications like Forbes, Vogue, and The NY Times, and in 2022, Courier Magazine named her "The Queen of Mezcal".   Gina Correll Aglietti is CEO and Co-Founder of Yola Mezcal. Gina co-founded Yola Mezcal in 2016 where she grew the brand into a leading, nationwide mezcal company. In addition, Gina has led and managed the brand's distribution, business development, PR, and events, including but not limited to YOLA Dia, a sold-out, 7,000-attendee music festival. Under Gina's leadership, Yola Mezcal pioneered the expansion of female recognition in the mezcal industry across all facets with a vertically integrated business model that provides direct pay to women.    In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Gina Aglietti and Yola Jimenez, the co-founders of Yola Mezcal. This Mezcal company is committed to empowering women and promoting sustainability in the industry. Gina and Yola, with a friendship spanning 15 years, have a shared vision of preserving traditional recipes and supporting the indigenous people and producers of Mezcal in Oaxaca, Mexico. Their shared experiences and perspectives have shaped Yola Mezcal into a company that produces quality Mezcal and champions social impact.     Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Learn how a business can thrive while positively impacting society and the environment. The importance of providing opportunities to marginalized communities. Learn about the vital role of diversity and representation in business and how aligning stakeholders with a shared mission can drive meaningful change. The significance of challenging industry norms to retain cultural authenticity and community stewardship. Discover how success transcends mere financial gains and see how businesses can make a tangible, positive impact on their communities and cultural heritage. Quotes: "Being as friends and business owners and partners is also beyond liquor, which is this whole other bag of challenges is complicated because as women, we go through so many changes as we grow up and enter these new chapters." - Gina Aglietti "We never had that experience in the corporate world, so we didn't know. And everyone's going to believe in our story, and everyone's going to want to support a company that's trying to do good. And of course, the world is not quite like that, but I still think it's a really beautiful inception of our company that we were young and really, truly wanted to do things differently." - Yola Jimenez "If you do not give up, you can find your way." - Gina Aglietti “I think when you are treated like an equal and a human being, you act very differently. And that's the problem that women have had throughout history, is that we haven't had that chance.” - Yola Jimenez This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marian Leitner created Archer Roose in 2015 with the mission of producing affordable luxury wines with minimal intervention. Instead of building a winery and committing to a specific geography and varietal, Marian wanted to offer wines from the most renowned regions around the world. So, she fostered personal relationships with small, adventurous winemakers to produce six unique, natural wines that are made from organic grapes and are vegan-friendly.    Her emmy-award winning commercials, starring business partner Elizabeth Banks, have been lauded by the San Francisco Chronicle as the "most innovative wine marketing around." Archer Roose has been recognized by Wine Spectator and the Beverage Tasting Institute. Her wines can be found in James Beard Award Winning restaurants, Target stores, and on JetBlue flights.   In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Marian Leitner Waldman, a seasoned entrepreneur with a rich operations and brand-building background and a significant player in the wine industry. Drawing from her experiences as a consumer who desired a convenient and sustainable wine option, she co-founded Archer Roose. This brand offers fruit-forward, dry wines with a clean label and a transparent supply chain. Her perspective on disrupting the wine industry with sustainable, high-quality canned wine is shaped by her desire to address the industry's challenges, such as fragmentation, disconnection from consumers, and additives in wine.     Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Explore how the wine industry is undergoing a sustainable transformation. Discover the secrets behind the origins of your favorite wines and the push for transparency in the industry. Dive into the world of innovative, environmentally friendly wine packaging, reducing the industry's carbon footprint. Gain valuable business insights, including tips on securing capital, staying authentic, and managing budgets effectively. Learn how you can contribute to a greener world through sustainable wine consumption.   Quotes: "We're shaking things up in the wine industry over here. So we are building a transparent, sustainable, high-quality wine brand that produces wine all around the world and brings it to consumers in kegs and cans." - Marian Leitner Waldman "People can smell bullshit a mile away. So [a celebrity partnership] really has to be an authentic connection, but also got to make business sense." - Marian Leitner Waldman “We can drink our way to a cleaner planet on our own." - Marian Leitner Waldman   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vanessa Barboni Hallik is the Founder and CEO of Another Tomorrow, a new ready-to-wear brand operating at the intersection of sustainability, ethics and design, launched in January 2020. She is also an investor in early-stage companies with strong ESG commitments and potential to catalyze positive change, and currently serves on the New York Advisory Board for the Trust for Public Land, for which she chairs the Playgrounds Committee. Prior to Another Tomorrow, Vanessa was a Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, where she held several leadership roles in the emerging markets fixed income business. While at Morgan Stanley, she served as a trustee on the Board of the Morgan Stanley Foundation and chaired the Fixed Income Philanthropy Committee where she initiated and subsequently led the firm's mentoring program with East Side Community High School, a public school in the East Village of Manhattan, in partnership with PENCIL.org. Vanessa holds a B.A. in Economics from Cornell University and is an M.S. candidate in Sustainability Management at Columbia University’s Earth Institute. She resides in New York City with her family and two dogs.   In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Vanessa Barboni Hallik, a former Wall Street professional who made a significant career transition into sustainable fashion entrepreneurship fueled by her upbringing in a creative and environmentally conscious family and her strong business development background. Vanessa's perspective on this transition is deeply rooted in her belief that capital allocation shapes our future. She saw an opportunity to transform the fashion industry by meeting customer needs and delivering value through her sustainable fashion brand, Another Tomorrow. The brand differentiates itself through merchandising, price positioning, and technology, aiming to lead the industry towards a more sustainable and circular economy. Vanessa believes that commercial success and sustainable scale are crucial for their mission to succeed. She aims to expand geographically and deepen their focus on technology and circularity to benefit her business model and potentially others.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Learn about Another Tomorrow's circular fashion model and its eco-friendly impact. Overcoming funding hurdles in the sustainable fashion world. Debunking the sustainability vs. profitability myth. Tune in for insights on overcoming obstacles and fostering growth. Quotes: "I became really convinced that the way that we allocate capital defines our future. Like minded." - Vanessa Barboni Hallik "If we had a choice, we would all choose another tomorrow than the one we're on course for. We would make different decisions and those different decisions would be available to us." - Vanessa Barboni Hallik "I deeply believe that for us to succeed in our mission of really modeling the future of fashion, we need to be incredibly commercially successful. And otherwise, everything that we're doing is just like cute, that's cute, that's nice. Small niche brands can do that, but these are not things that are applicable to the wider industry." - Vanessa Barboni Hallik   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sheri Howell is Head of Marketing & Communications for Medjet, the top-rated traveler protection membership in North America. She started her career at MTV, where as Vice President of Music she helped evolve a "little niche music television channel" into one of the most internationally recognized brands in history. Former clients and project partners of the branded content company she started after leaving MTV have included Walmart + Miley Cyrus, Intel + will.i.am, Virgin Airlines, Snickers, Sports Illustrated, the Hard Rock Casinos & Hotels, and more. Howell's viral content marketing and artist integrated campaigns have earned Emmy, Clio, Webby, CES Global Media, and NAACP Awards, multiple Telly Awards, and a nomination for the Titanium Lion at Cannes.    In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Sherri Howell, a seasoned professional in the entertainment industry, began her career at MTV Music Television and quickly ascended to Chief Marketing Officer at Medjet, demonstrating her adaptability and prowess in various industries. Sherri's perspective on her career is one of growth, adaptation, and fulfillment. Starting at MTV, she honed her brand and talent management skills and, after 15 years, transitioned into entrepreneurship and marketing. Despite facing challenges in this new venture, Sherri embraced them with a problem-solving mindset, finding satisfaction in working with brands she believed in and creating successful strategies. Her innovative thinking and strategic approach have been instrumental in doubling sales at Medjet, even during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Discover how embracing change and taking calculated risks can lead to incredible career opportunities and personal growth. Explore how a diverse skill set can serve as a secret weapon, allowing you to thrive in various industries and roles, opening doors you never imagined. Uncover the power of collaboration between brands and talent and how aligning interests can lead to extraordinary success stories. Quotes: "I love to hear these stories because I think it's very inspiring and encourages women to understand that life is not linear. Your career is not linear. And you can use all of these assets and experiences that you've gained over time to transfer into other industries." - Jennifer Justice “It kind of broke my heart that there was just less and less music [on MTV], and the types of programming that they were evolving into, I didn't really want to make.” - Sheri Howell "People call us from all over the world. They've had an accident or they're really sick, they're scared, they're stuck in a foreign hospital. And we send a team that shows up at their bedside, rolls them out, puts them on a jet, brings them to the hospital of their choice." - Sheri Howell "Make your own way. Don't let anybody tell you what you should be and do something that you love, because if you do things that you love, you will succeed." - Sheri Howell   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courtney Leimkuhler is the co-founder and managing partner of Springbank Collective, an early-stage investment firm focused on building the infrastructure to close the gender gap. By investing in companies creating the tools, technology, and services that support women and working families, Springbank’s goal is to catalyze the new care economy and the future of inclusive work.   Before founding Springbank, Courtney was the Chief Financial Officer of Marsh, the world’s leading corporate insurance broker with 35,000 employees in over 100 countries. Previously, Courtney spent a decade at the New York Stock Exchange from pre-IPO through the sale of the public company in 2013. She served as a member of the Management Committee and the Head of Corporate Strategy and M&A during a transformational period for the company and the global exchange industry. Courtney began her career at Goldman Sachs.   Courtney serves as a board member or advisor to several fintech and insurtech companies, including New Front, Orchard, Coverwallet (sold to Aon in 2020), Betterment, and Asta Capital.   Courtney is a graduate of Harvard College summa cum laude and Harvard Business School where she was a Baker Scholar. Courtney and her husband live in New York City with their two daughters.   In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Courtney Leimkuhler, a seasoned professional with a background in financial services began her career at Goldman Sachs, gaining valuable experience in electronic trading, fintech, and regulatory matters. However, she decided to take a year off to travel and reflect on her career goals, giving her a unique perspective on navigating career paths and taking risks. Courtney believes in letting go of the idea that there is a specific path or set of boxes to check off to achieve success. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of being prepared to make the best of whatever opportunities come along and being open to alternative ways of acquiring skills. Her experiences, from starting in a traditional role at Goldman Sachs to co-founding Spring Bank, a company focused on building better childcare and making paid leave universal, have taught her the value of embracing flexibility, seizing unexpected opportunities, and adaptability.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Learn the importance of trusting your instincts when making career decisions. Discover why you should be adaptable and willing to take calculated risks to achieve career growth. Why you should align your career decisions with societal challenges and find ways to make a positive difference. Understand how to critically evaluate advice and make decisions based on your unique circumstances. Quotes: “We have massive problems to solve. I'm talking about one of them. But we have some really big societal challenges that I'd love to see more smart people with experience, without experience, engineering, everyone working together." - Courtney Leimkuhler   “My perception was like those practical and logistical supports were actually the main barrier and the way we worked was the problem." - Courtney Leimkuhler   "I think just sort of letting go very early on of this idea that there is a path and there's a specific set of boxes you're trying to check off has proved to be very valuable to me over the rest of my career." - Courtney Leimkuhler   “Nothing is objectively bad or good. It's sort of trying to understand what is the set of experiences that is leading to this piece of advice and do I think that those sets of experiences are actually relevant to me in this circumstance." - Courtney Leimkuhler   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Tisch Sussman is a podcast host, women’s empowerment and family policy advocate, leading democratic political strategist, contributing editor to Marie Claire, and mother of three. Emily is the host of the award-winning podcast She Pivots, which features women, their stories, and how their pivot became their success. After leaving her fast-paced job as the Vice President of Campaigns at the largest democratic think tank in DC, the Center for American Progress, she learned to redefine her own idea of success when she left the career she thought she would have forever. Emily is a seasoned host, interviewing countless leaders and influential women including Vice President Kamala Harris, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Secretary Hillary Clinton, Stacey Abrams, and Sophia Bush, to name a few.   A New York Giants fan and a life-long musical theater enthusiast, Emily considers her experience as a camp counselor for girls in Massachusetts amongst her most formative roles. She lives in New York with her husband and three children.   In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Emily Tisch Sussman. Emily is a constitutional lawyer with a rich background in politics and media, including hosting her show and podcast. She brings a unique perspective to redefining success and career pivots, emphasizing that careers are not linear and success can be defined in various ways. Drawing from her experiences and interviews with influential figures, she encourages individuals to embrace the idea of pivoting and adapting to new opportunities and to redefine success based on personal fulfillment rather than societal expectations. She also highlights the importance of storytelling and culture change in helping individuals navigate their career paths.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Challenge conventional success measures and discover how to define your path beyond titles and salaries. Learn how career pivots offer unexpected growth opportunities, reshaping your professional journey. Find out how resilience propels success in evolving careers, turning challenges into steppingstones. Redefine success on your terms, aligning with happiness and fulfillment in an ever-changing landscape. Quotes: "You can define success as it is happiness for you right now." - Emily Tisch Sussman “…it wasn't just that my job disappeared. It was that my identity disappeared with it because my identity was so tied to being a professional success.” - Emily Tisch Sussman “Even if it's your dream job, if they can't see that you're right for it, then actually you wouldn't have been happy there.” - Emily Tisch Sussman   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sallie Krawcheck is the CEO and co-founder of Ellevest, an investing and wealth management company built by women for women. In a sea of financial services sameness, Ellevest stands apart with its mission to get more money in the hands of women. Prior to Ellevest, Krawcheck was one of the only financial executives of her generation to have held C-suite roles at the largest global banks — as CEO of Merrill Lynch, Smith Barney, US Trust, and Sanford Bernstein and as CFO of Citi. Today, as a venture-funded entrepreneur, she’s beat impossibly long odds to raise $144 million in venture-capital funding (women CEOs raise $1 out of every $10,000 Series B fintech dollars). Fortune Magazine has called Krawcheck “The Last Honest Analyst,” Barron’s considers her one of the “Most Influential Women in US Finance,” and Vanity Fair has named her to their “New Establishment List.” In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice speaks with Sallie Krawcheck, the CEO and founder of Ellevest, an investment and wealth management company for women. They discuss the importance of financially empowering women and debunking societal myths discouraging them from prioritizing money and investing. Krawcheck highlights the difference between saving and investing, emphasizing the higher chances of positive returns with investing. They address the gender wealth gap and the impact of investing on women's financial independence, including the ability to leave toxic relationships and pursue dreams. Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Unveil the secrets of how compounding can amplify your investments over time.  Learn why one size doesn't fit all in investing and why women might need to approach investing differently.  Get a sneak peek into a platform aiming to revolutionize how women invest.  How to dive deep into investments that align with your values and secure your financial future while supporting causes you're passionate about. Quotes: “We've got to change culture to recognize that money wanting money is not being unattractive or unfeminine or greedy or shrewish or ugly or any of those things.” – Sallie Krawcheck “The smart way to do it is not invest on your emotions but to invest steadily and through a sense of panic.” – Sallie Krawcheck “The past is the past. Starting today [is a] good time to start.” – Sallie Krawcheck This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fran Hauser is passionate about leveling the playing field for women and creating content and products that help us live our best lives. She does this through her investing, writing, and speaking. Fran has invested in over 30 female-founded companies across consumer tech, CPG, media & publishing, and wellness. She is the best-selling author of The Myth of the Nice Girl: Achieving a Career You Love Without Becoming a Person You Hate, which has been translated into six languages and was named “Best Business Book of the Year, 2018” by Audible. Fran’s second book, Embrace the Work, Love Your Career, is quickly becoming the go-to for women seeking more joy and fulfillment in their careers. Fran regularly speaks at conferences and organizations to help women build careers they love while staying true to themselves. Fran is also the founder of Book Bound Co., a coaching service where she helps aspiring authors transform their ideas into books. Much of her current work is informed by 15 years spent in media, where she rose through the ranks at Time Inc. to President of Digital. She lives outside of NYC with her husband and two sons.   In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice explores the importance of taking risks and following one's passions when building a career with Fran Hauser, an author, startup investor, and keynote speaker. Fran emphasizes the need to invest in female founders, understand the business behind creative ideas, and find a real problem that needs solving. She also shares the importance of relationships and expanding one's network, as well as the adaptability and feedback of the founders.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: Delve into the pressing issue of the significant gap in venture capital funding for women and groundbreaking efforts to address it. Discover unique criteria for investing in startups, providing a blueprint for budding entrepreneurs. The vision of making angel investing more accessible. Understand the distinctions between being a finder, minder, or grinder in the professional realm and their importance.   Quotes: “I feel like it's such a blessing that I can choose who I want to work with and what projects I want to work on.” – Fran Hauser “You don't have to choose between being kind and being strong.” – Fran Hauser   “Relationships are just as important, if not more important, than the work. Because, again, we just talked about this career, this varied career that I had, and all the pivots, and I couldn't have made those pivots if it weren't for the connections that I had made.” – Fran Hauser This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake Foods, the allergy-friendly company that was inspired by her daughter’s experience with food allergies.   Created in 2016, Denise started the business by self-distributing (selling cookies out of her car around NYC) and self-funding (depleting her 401K and selling her engagement ring). To date, the company has raised more than $20M from investors including HER, Rihanna, Circle Up Growth Partners, FF2032 and Marcy Venture Partners (Jay-Z’s venture capital firm).   Partake was named #45 on the Inc 5000 list in 2022. Denise was the first Black woman to raise more than $1 Million publicly for a CPG food startup.   As a Black woman, Denise is passionate about raising awareness of Black and female entrepreneurship and increasing opportunities for underrepresented people seeking careers in the food and beverage industry. In 2020, Denise founded Black Futures in Food & Beverage, an annual fellowship program that mentors HBCU students and helps them secure internships and jobs at the program’s end.   Prior to launching Partake, Denise spent a decade in consumer-packaged goods at various Fortune 100 companies. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Jeremy, and daughter, Vivienne. She graduated with her BA from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an MBA from Arizona State University. In this episode of Takin’ Care of Lady Business®, Jennifer Justice interviews Denise Woodward, the founder and CEO of Partake Foods. They discuss her nonlinear career path that ultimately culminated in a supermarket shelf staple that provides fun, safe treats for people with allergies. Denise recounts the shift from her corporate position at Coca Cola to pitching the idea of a new product in a contest and ultimately creating her own product and company. Hear about the process she followed and the changes she made after customer feedback and interactions with manufacturers and vendors.   Here is what to expect on this week’s show: - Overcoming funding obstacles and challenges to launch and grow ventures. - Impressive business growth through hard work and resilience. - Investing in diversity and staying true to mission and values. - The importance of focusing on strengths, understanding customer feedback, and unit economics. Quotes: “It took a long time to build the relationship, and I think that's something that I've learned across my corporate career, but that's also served me well in this role… And so just having patience and remaining consistent has been such a constant theme.” – Denise Woodward “I try not to speak in the jargon, but I catch myself doing it and I think it's one of those mechanisms that makes people feel like they don't belong or that it's so complicated and none of it's like rocket science.” – Denise Woodward “We're really focused on doing good in the world, particularly around eradicating childhood food insecurity and increasing diversity in the food industry.” – Denise Woodward   This episode is sponsored by Medjet. Medjet is the top-rated air medical transport and crisis response membership for travelers. If you’re hospitalized while traveling or your safety is threatened abroad, they get you home. Join Medjet before your next trip at Medjet.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices